Environmental activists have brought their climate campaign to the heart of UK politics, staging simultaneous protests in London, Truro, and Edinburgh. The demonstrations, organised by a coalition of climate groups, saw campaigners occupy prominent public spaces to demand immediate government action on the environmental crisis.
London Showdown at Parliament Square
In the capital, dozens of protesters gathered at Parliament Square, creating a vivid display with banners reading "No More Empty Promises" and "Climate Justice Now". Metropolitan Police officers monitored the peaceful demonstration as activists gave impassioned speeches about the need for radical policy changes.
Cornish Campaigners Make Their Voice Heard
Truro became the unlikely setting for Cornwall's largest climate protest this year, with local residents joining forces with environmental groups. The Cornish demonstration focused particularly on coastal erosion and marine pollution, issues of particular concern to the region.
Edinburgh Joins the National Movement
North of the border, Scottish activists staged their own protest outside the Scottish Parliament building. The Edinburgh event highlighted what organisers called "the Scottish government's contradictory energy policies" regarding both renewable investments and continued fossil fuel extraction.
Police across all three locations reported the protests remained peaceful, though some road closures were implemented to ensure public safety. The coordinated action comes as the UK government faces increasing pressure to deliver on its net-zero commitments.
